New Website

Hi all, I have started a new website and will be closing this one down next week. The new website is www.mumbublifestyle.weebly.com .

You will find all the same ideas and information but a little more organised and the addition of a recipes tab. Feel free to e-mail through your recipes and ideas if you would like them shared with my readers. I look forward to hearing from you.

I will be moving my blogs that I have written from the old site to the new one over the next couple of weeks including some new ones as well. 

Stay tuned for more exciting news :)

Keeping your Sweet Tooth in check

Now pregnant with my second child I am unfortunately craving sweet food. I have never had a sweet tooth before and it really is hard to resist all those yummy cakes and sweets. I am trying very hard not to put on 20kg with this baby like I did with my first so I have been researching healthy ways to fix these cravings.

I have found 5 things that have helped to stop these cravings.

1. 2 x Ryvitas with cottage cheese drizzled with honey (calories per serve 124)
    Cottage cheese is a good low calorie option and goes well with honey

2. A bowl of fruit salad
    Apart form satisfying sweet cravings, you will also receive a hit of essential vitamins and minerals
   (calories per server 124)

3.  1 Slice of rye bread, toasted and topped with a table spoon of honey and half a banana.
     Rye bread is high in fibre and considered a good source of magnesium (calories per serve 215

4. 3/4 of a cup of cooked oats, prepared with low fat milk, topped with 8 raspberries and drizzle of honey. Oats are full of fibre and are known to keep you fuller for longer. (Calories per server 141)

5. Date and Almond Energy Balls
   Made with cinnamon honey and raw almonds these are sweet enough with out sugar. (calories per ball 100) Recipe to come.

These 5 things have so far been helping to keep me away from donuts and chocolate and are great for keeping that  sweet tooth in check. Also I don't allow myself to go grocery shopping while I am hungry. I do allow my self a treat once a week because you have to be naughty sometimes :)

Face Saver Testimonials

Here are a few testimonials for Neat Face Saver:


I found this product yesterday at a Walmart. I didn't even know if things like this existed, but had planned to start an online search. I take a medication that causes excessive sweating, even in the dead of winter. It is SO embarrassing! I'm 30 and look like I'm going through early menopause! I have a trip to Disney coming up in May, and the idea of dealing with this problem there is mortifying. Day one went very well, and I am incredibly thankful for this product. For me it needs refreshed at least once a day, but that matters nothing given the results.

By Justina

Love this its a great primer for makeup! and im sure its helping make my pores look smaller which is a big bonus

By Holly

I absolutely LOVE this product! I come from a long line of super sweaters, and this really does help. I also have the redness from rosacea when I get hot (not the acne though), and this does not irritate the skin on my face at all. I'm SO GLAD I found this product. I hope they NEVER stop making it!

By Janice

I am so happy I found this! GREAT PRODUCT, I'm stocking up! I've been testing it all day! I live in az. Wouldn't matter though, I get facial sweat from someone looking at me- I went and sat in my black car that has been in the sun all day- I didn't sweat. This will really change my life, I always avoid everything outside, too embarrassing. I am super grateful and now I can start to live again!

By Jennifer

 

www.neatfeat.com

How to keep your make-up from running

I am a serious sweater and it can be extremely annoying when I have just done my makeup. There is nothing worse than having your makeup run down your face and turning up to a function or meeting and trying to save your make-up. That was until I found Neat Face Saver Gel. This Product is awesome, has helped to prevent my face sweating and gives me more confidence when going into a function.

What is Face Saver Gel?

Neat Face Saver Gel has been developed as a lightweight, gel formulation which is best applied before other facial cosmetics, but may be applied at any time. The antiperspirant gel formulation of Neat Face Saver Gel evaporates rapidly from the surface of the skin leaving the active, antiperspirant ingredient as a thin film whose antiperspirant effect will last for several hours. The product will not affect the production of perspiration from the scalp, but it will help to decrease the amount of perspiration visible on the face. Similarly, the beads of sweat that can form on the upper lip during tense business meetings are much less likely to occur.

 

How to use Face Saver Gel?

 

Neat Face Saver Gel should be applied to the forehead, the upper lip and the back of the neck. It should not be applied on or near the eyes, and it should not be applied to the scalp. The product does not appear to cause any reactions with other cosmetic ingredients, and it is entirely safe to use. As with all antiperspirants and cosmetics, there is a slight risk of an allergic reaction to one or other of the product's ingredients, but this will settle when use of the product is stopped.

Prevents excess facial perspiration

Reduces excess facial wetness and shine

Can be applied before makeup

Light gel leaves no facial residue, no deposit, no stickiness

Easy and smooth to apply

Makeup and sunscreens stay on longer

Keeps makeup looking fresh all day even in hot weather

Available in Walgreen Stores in the Deodorant section

 

Neat Face Saver is used by people working in warm climates, sportspeople and people who perspire more freely than others. It is particularly useful for those people that suffer the embarrassment of having facial perspiration dripping down the forehead. . 

 

When Neat Face Saver Gel is applied prior to other cosmetics, the second product will remain on the skin for much longer and will be less influenced by facial perspiration. This is particularly helpful for sunscreens and other such products which are required to remain on the skin for as long as possible.

www.neatfeat.com 

Importance of eating breakfast

I have a friend that is trying to lose some extra kilos and asked for some tips.(I do have permission to blog about her ) I know for a fact she has never eaten breakfast and has always struggled with losing weight. She is very determined this time so she is going to really try to start her day the right way.

Here is why it is so important to eat breakfast:

Everyone knows that the key to successful weight loss is a combination of regular exercise, healthy eating and a positive mind. There’s no point working out five days a week if you’re going to give in to temptation and inhale three kebabs and a packet of Tim Tams when you get home.
Healthy eating doesn’t necessarily mean dieting, it refers instead to eating sensible, balanced amounts of the right foods at the right times – and that includes a good breakfast.
There’s a reason why people have said for many years that “breakfast is the most important meal of the day”. After six, seven or eight hours – if you’re lucky – of sleep, your body and brain need some fuel to power and prepare them for the day ahead. Like a car, you can’t run on an empty tank, you need some petrol.

It’s a well known fact that people who eat breakfast lose more weight than people who don’t and this is due to several reasons:

1. Breakfast provides the energy your body requires in order to perform activities. Therefore, you’re not so tired and can do more.
2. It kickstarts the body into producing the enzymes needed to metabolise fat, helping to shed the pounds.
3. Eating a good breakfast keeps you full for longer and may make you less likely to reach for snacks.

In addition, breakfast is generally good for you. Those who eat breakfast are 50 per cent less likely to have blood sugar problems. Also they have a decreased risk of developing diabetes or having high cholesterol levels which could lead to heart disease. Also, some breakfast foods such as grains, seeds and dried fruit provide vitamins and minerals that are hard to find in other foods.
People who don’t eat breakfast often complain that it’s “too early” to eat or that they don’t have time in the morning. Excuses! Ways to rectify this include not eating too late the evening before, going to bed earlier or eating breakfast on the train/ bus on the way to work.

Who wouldn’t want to eat breakfast with such an array of delicious morning munchies options available?  Try some of these:

Make your own muesli by toasting some oats, then adding seeds, nuts and fruit as desired. Slice a banana on top, garnish with blueberries and pour on some yoghurt. This high fibre option will keep you full until lunchtime and the nutrients derived from the seeds, nuts and fruit will do all sorts of good.

Alternatively, how about blasting lots of lovely fruit up into a smoothie, which you could drink on the way to work? Smoothies are far more filling than you might imagine and allow you to be really creative. Experiment with flavour combinations, thin out a little with water, milk, fruit juice or low-fat yoghurt and enjoy.

For traditionalists, two slices of wholemeal bread with a scraping of butter and some Vegemite or a bowl of whole-grain cereal is fine. Top with honey or dried fruit for sugar and splash over some semi-or skimmed milk to reduce the refined sugar and fat content.

To say breakfast is the “most important” meal of the day underplays how significant it really is. Providing energy, nutrients and warding off chronic conditions, can you really afford not to eat it?

Neat Feat Products

 

 

Have you been wondering where you can buy Neat Feat products? They are sold in most Pharmacies in Australia and also Walgreens stores in USA. If you can't make it to a store you can check out all of there awesome and useful products on their site and also can buy online.

Check out everything at www.neatfeat.com

Here is also a coupon for Baby B for Walgreens stores, Just print out and take to your nearest store to redeem.

Heel Pain and Plantar Fasciitis

Does heel pain cause you to suffer throughout your day? You’re not alone! Every day thousands of people suffer from heel pain. It is by far the most common foot complaint. Fortunately, there are some simple, medically proven ways to relieve this problem and prevent the return of pain in the heels.

The most common cause of heel pain (and heel spurs) is Plantar Fasciitis. The plantar fascia is the flat band of tissue under the foot that connects your heel bone to your toes. It supports the arch of your foot. Normally, the fascia is flexible and strong. However, due to factors such as abnormal stress, excessive weight, age, or poor foot function, painful stretching and micro-tearing of the plantar fascia occurs leading to irritation and inflammation at the attachment of the plantar fascia into the heel bone.
Other causes of heel pain are :

-  over-pronation (fallen arches)
- stand or walk on hard surfaces, for longer periods
- are overweight or pregnant
- have tight calf muscles and/or Achilles tendons

Continuous pulling of the plantar fascia at the heel bone, eventually leads to the development of a bony growth on the heel bone. This is called a heel spur. The heel spur itself is actually not causing the pain. It is the inflamed tissue around the spur that causes pain and discomfort.
Therefore, there is no real need to have heel spurs surgically removed in the treatment of heel pain and heel spurs.

The most effective solution to heel pain is to treat the cause of the problem by correcting abnormal foot mechanics with orthotic insoles. A recent Heel Pain study by the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society found that by wearing orthotics, combined with a number of daily exercises, 95% of patients experienced substantial, lasting relief from their heel pain symptoms.

Neat Feat Spur Pads have been designed to relieve heel spur pressure and inflammation.

Cradles and supports sore heels caused by heel spur syndrome

Helps relieve Plantar Fasciitis and flat feet

Provides arch support and flexibility for comfort

Relieves sore, tired, burning and aching feet

2 Spur Pads per Pack

Neat Feat Spur Pads have been designed to relieve heel spur pressure and inflammation. The pads catch shock forces and distribute them evenly throughout the heel reducing stress.

www.neatfeat.com

Healthy Muffins

 

Coconut Blueberry Muffins

Ingredients

-1/2 cup of Coconut Flour
-4 ½ tablespoons of Coconut Oil
-6 Organic Eggs
-4 tablespoons of milk (coconut milk, etc. or if can have dairy) or water
-1/2 teaspoon Apple Cider Vinegar
-1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
-1/4 teaspoon Baking Powder
-1 teaspoon Cinnamon
-1/4 teaspoon sea salt
-2 tablespoons Raw Honey or Stevia (optional)
-1/2 cup of blueberries


Combine all wet ingredients into a large bowl
Combine all dry ingredients in a separate bowl
Mix together wet and dry ingredients
Add fruit and stir
Pour the batter into muffin pans
Bake at 200 degrees for 10-15 minutes

Being pregnant with my second child I am finding that I am hungry all the time. I have been looking for some healthier options to bake as I am starting to crave sweet food. I am trying very hard not to put on 20kg like I did with my first child. I found this recipe using coconut flour and gave it a go. My husband was not keen on the idea of changing how I bake. He loves his cakes but surprisingly they were very tasty and seems to be keeping me away from chocolate. :) 

Computer Break down :(

Sorry there haven't been any posts in the last week, had a break down with my computer which was quite an inconvenience. But I am back in business now and will be bringing some interesting new posts this week. Hope you enjoy and have a great week :)